Poemas by Hermanos Padrón
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain
⭐1 Star
The Experience
From Michelin Guide
A dazzling dining experience both in terms of the elegant setting and the gastronomic cuisine on offer in the exclusive and historic Santa Catalina hotel, a Royal Hideaway Hotel, in the heart of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. At the helm you’ll find chef Adrián García, from nearby Arucas, who has been superbly trained by the Padrón brothers (Juan Carlos and Jonathan) and who recreates the flavoursome cuisine of these award-winning chefs along with all of their renowned creativity. This dining space, which has its own separate entrance next to the hotel piano-bar (where a pianist provides the musical backdrop), boasts a refined and classical interior design with a profusion of wood that comes as a pleasant surprise. The Poemas tasting menu (on which we particularly enjoyed the impressively presented prawns with a prawn head toffee and shiitake mushrooms) is complemented by the more concise Clásicos menu, however both menus feature some of the Padrón brothers’ signature dishes.
Unique Things
From Visitor Experiences
Location in a Historic Luxury Hotel with a Separate Entrance
Poemas by Hermanos Padrón is uniquely situated within the exclusive and historic Santa Catalina, a Royal Hideaway Hotel 5*GL, but it has its own separate entrance next to the hotel piano-bar, allowing for a distinct dining experience apart from the hotel guests.Musical Ambiance Provided by a Live Pianist
The restaurant offers an unconventional dining atmosphere enhanced by live piano music from the adjacent piano-bar, creating a refined and classical ambiance that complements the haute cuisine.Innovative Tasting Menu Featuring Signature Dishes with Creative Presentations
The Poemas tasting menu includes inventive dishes such as prawns served with prawn head toffee and shiitake mushrooms, showcasing the creativity and modern techniques of the Padrón brothers and chef Adrián García, blending local flavors with haute cuisine innovations.
Ingredient Stars
From Visitor Experiences
The most honored or signature ingredients at the Michelin-starred restaurant Poemas by Hermanos Padrón in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria include:
- Canary Island morcilla (black pudding): Used creatively in dishes such as a turrón combining morcilla with almond praline, showcasing local flavors with a refined twist.
- Almonds: Paired with morcilla in pralines and croquetas, almonds add texture and a nutty contrast to savory elements.
- Smoked eel: Featured in sophisticated preparations like smoked eel benedictine with quail’s egg and elvers, highlighting the restaurant’s focus on seafood and innovation.
- Mojo rojo sauce: A traditional Canarian thick sauce made of garlic, red pepper, and pimentón, often accompanying many dishes to impart authentic regional flavor.
- Canarian bananas (plátanos): Used in inventive ways such as in croquetas with morcilla or as a creamy element paired with local ingredients, reflecting the island’s agricultural heritage.
These ingredients are significant as they blend emblematic Canarian products with modern culinary techniques, creating a unique gastronomic experience that honors local tradition while innovating in presentation and flavor combinations. The emphasis on seafood and local produce is a hallmark of the restaurant’s identity, curated under the guidance of the Padrón brothers and chef Iciar Pérez.
Menu & Pricing
Current Offerings & Prices
Tasting Menu
- Multiple Courses with Wine Pairings: €100+
Signature Dishes
- Eel: Price not specified
- Laing: Price not specified
- Oysters: Price not specified